WSET Course Level 2 £385+

The WSET courses provide nationally-recognised qualifications for Wine Industry professionals and enthusiastic amateurs. The courses are all examined and certificated within a QCA-approved National Qualifications Framework.

NB. The Level 2 Award Course (formerly known as the Intermediate Course) is an entry level wine course - you do not need to have done any other wine courses to attend this and gain the Level 2 Certificate!

The WSET Level 2 Award Course is intended as vocational training in product knowledge for those employed in the drinks industry who have little previous knowledge of the broad range of alcoholic beverages available. The qualification is suitable wherever a good level of product knowledge is required to underpin job skills and competencies.

The course is also appropriate for those not employed in the drinks industry but who have a serious interest in wine, and wish to broaden their knowledge in a structured way. This qualification has full accreditation from the UK Government’s Qualifications & Curriculum Authority as a Level 2 Vocational Qualification. This qualification provides the knowledge required for those wishing to progress to Level 3.

COURSE SYNOPSIS

Wine Tasting :Taste and describe wines using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting

Food and Wine Matching : A guide to the key considerations when matching food and wine successfully

Wine Service and Storage : Learn the correct way to store and serve wine and recognise common faults found in wines

Social Responsibility : A guide to sensible drinking

Labelling : Learn how to decode and understand labels

Factors influencing the Style of Wine : Study the factors influencing the style, quality and price of wine in the vineyard and winery

Grape Varieties : Learn about the styles of wines produced by the key international and regionally important grape varieties

Key Wine-Producing regions of the World: Learn about the main styles of wines from the key wine-producing regions. France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, USA, Argentina, Chile, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa

Number of Wines Tasted: 30 wines and 4 spirits will be tasted as part of the course

Study Materials : Students will receive an Level 2 course study pack, consisting of the course book (a comprehensive guide to the wines of the world - illustrated with detailed maps & label explanations), a study guide (complete with maps, example questions, and forms for your own tasting notes) and laminated tasting card.